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  • Three things

    Good morning friend. How have you been? It’s busy around here with so much happening in every corner. Have you seen the final Downton Abbey movie yet? It is truly so good, and I highly recommend it. The character development… Continue reading

    Three things
  • Day Trips and Art Exploration

    Hello Friend. So, here we are; another weekend is upon us, full of possibilities and new adventures. What do you have planned? Anything fun or exciting? I am taking a day trip with two of my nieces and my mom… Continue reading

    Day Trips and Art Exploration
  • Finding Joy in Life’s Simple Moments

    Hello and Happy Monday. I hope you had the best 4th of July celebrating with friends and family, enjoying the fireworks and creating wonderful memories. I am saddened by the news of the devastating flooding in Texas that has taken… Continue reading

    Finding Joy in Life’s Simple Moments
  • Thrifting

    Hello friend. Today is Wednesday, and there is no school. We have a winter blast coming; that is what the weatherman called it. We are only supposed to get about four inches of snow, but we are expected to get… Continue reading

    Thrifting
  • Service opportunities, gardening, and spring looks in an antique booth.

    Hello friend. Happy Wednesday. Today is a bit cold here. The temperature this morning is 34°. On Monday, we had a summer-like day with temperatures rising to 70. What a glorious surprise in winter! It made me want to go… Continue reading

    Service opportunities, gardening, and spring looks in an antique booth.
  • My Daily Watercolor Journey: From Hobby to Art Sales

    In 2019, I decided to watercolor paint every day, motivated to improve my artistic skills. I had taken a watercolor class in high school, where I learned the basics of this delicate art form. I wondered if I could remember… Continue reading

    My Daily Watercolor Journey: From Hobby to Art Sales
  • Creating Whimsical Spring Decor with Clay Rabbits

    Remember on Monday that I told you I wanted to make some rabbits? Yesterday, I carved out an hour and molded a rabbit head out of clay. I left it to dry, and it is still drying. However, the rabbit… Continue reading

    Creating Whimsical Spring Decor with Clay Rabbits
  • Mystery Reads and Holiday Cookies: My Weekly Update

    This week on four things… A mysterious read that was hard to put down, a cookie challenge on discovery, cookies for Thanksgiving, and several projects to finish before Thursday. WHAT I READ… The latest book I read was The Sea… Continue reading

    Mystery Reads and Holiday Cookies: My Weekly Update
  • Transforming My Home: From Dark to Bright

    Do you remember last week on Friday when I told you that painters were coming to my house? Well, they did, and my walls are subtle, clean, and ready for pictures. I am thrilled to have it done, especially after… Continue reading

  • Transforming Vintage Finds for the Holidays

    Yesterday was a busy day full of creativity and preparation. I tied colorful bows, refurbished a charming old bench, and painted a mailbox to take to my booth today. As items sell, gaps appear in my display, so I work… Continue reading